Composite Deck Fasteners

Building a Composite Deck with Hidden Fasteners is a Must!

Composite decking, while popular, has its share of post-build problems. If you are absolutely determined to build a deck using composite decking, then we can't recommend the use of hidden fasteners enough. Why?

Because plastic decking is a mix of wood fibers, plastic, and glue, the door is open to a whole range of issues that come from excess moisture. Composite decks are subject to a whole range of issues that, if you use face screwing methods are only made even worse:

• Mushrooming
• Mold, Mildew, & Fungus
• Rot & Decay
• Flaking
• Warping
• Many more

The reason these problems occur is mainly due to the fact that composite decking is quite porous. If you use face screwing methods to build a composite deck and it rains, the water will seep into the decking and create huge problems like the ones outlined above.

However, if you buy composite deck fasteners like the ExtremeKD™ you do give your deck a chance at a longer life.

The ExtremeKD™ is a composite deck fastener that:

• Allows plastic decking to contract normally without excess warping
• Can be installed with regular or pre-grooved composite decking
• Offers maximum holding power
• The stainless steel insert makes the composite fastener practically unbreakable
• Holds great in extreme weather conditions
• Available in brown, black, or gray to match your composite deck (as seen in the above picture)

Learn more about the Ipe Clip® ExtremeKD™ and why it is the best deck fastener for air-dried wood decking.

The Deck Fastener Buyer's Guide:

• Air-Dried Wood
• Kiln-Dried Wood
• How-to Install Deck Fasteners
• Deck Problems